What is the cheapest way to get from West Sussex to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from West Sussex to Exeter is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Sussex to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from West Sussex to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between West Sussex and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from West Sussex station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via North Terminal Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between West Sussex and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from West Sussex to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Billingshurst and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Victoria station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from West Sussex to Exeter?

The distance between West Sussex and Exeter is 223 miles. The road distance is 162.8 miles.

How do I travel from West Sussex to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from West Sussex to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £90 - £170.

How long does it take to get from West Sussex to Exeter?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from West Sussex to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Sussex to Exeter bus from?

West Sussex to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the West Sussex to Exeter train from?

West Sussex to Exeter train services, operated by Southern, depart from Billingshurst station.

Train, bus or fly from West Sussex to Exeter?

The best way to get from West Sussex to Exeter is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Horsham, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 7h, you could also fly, which costs £95 - £240 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the West Sussex to Exeter bus arrive?

West Sussex to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the West Sussex to Exeter train arrive?

West Sussex to Exeter train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from West Sussex to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between West Sussex to Exeter is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from West Sussex to Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from West Sussex to Exeter?

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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West Sussex to Exeter - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from West Sussex to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Billingshurst to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 19m
£94–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Exeterbus Ukn49
7h 37m
£32–56
Bus via Horsham
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
7h
£48–75
Drive 161.8 mi
1. Drive from West Sussex to Exetercar 161.8 mi
3h 12m
£40–58
Fly from London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4h 54m
£95–237
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Barnham to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 40m
£64–133
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Barnham to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Exeter (EXT)plane SOU - EXT
7h 7m
£189–341
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Billingshurst to London Victoriatrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
6h 49m
£212–396

West Sussex to Exeter by train and bus

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Distance: 221.6 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between West Sussex, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Billingshurst to Exeter St Davids via London Victoria, Victoria station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Billingshurst to Bampfylde Street via Horsham, Railway Station, North Terminal Bus Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h.

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